The concert industry has seen remarkable performances and box office successes from various artists across the globe. The Top 20 Global Concert Tours list, compiled by Pollstar, ranks these artists based on their average box office gross per city along with the average ticket price for their shows worldwide. This data, which reflects the concert experiences in recent times, provides a fascinating glimpse into the current musical landscape.
Leading the charts is the British rock band Coldplay, with an impressive average box office gross of $7,815,831 per city. The group boasts an average attendance of 65,751 fans, while the average ticket price is set at $118.87. Coldplay's ability to draw massive crowds showcases their enduring appeal and solidifies their status as global superstars.
In the second position, the American singer-songwriter P!NK achieved an average box office gross of $3,518,995 with an audience of 20,164. P!NK's average ticket price is notably higher at $174.51, indicating her strong fanbase and the demand for her performances.
Following closely behind is the Colombian band Morat, with a box office gross of $3,369,984 and an average attendance of 25,444. The ticket prices for Morat's shows stand at $132.45, reflecting their growing popularity in the international music scene.
Other notable artists in the top ranks include David Gilmour, who grossed $3,316,645 and had an average attendance of 13,628, with tickets averaging at $243.37. The legendary Bruce Springsteen & The E Street Band follow, collecting $3,063,877 from 17,382 attendees and an average ticket price of $176.27.
The K-pop sensation SEVENTEEN ranked sixth with an average gross of $2,275,916 from 17,153 fans, ticket prices averaging at $132.68. Usher, an icon in the R&B genre, follows closely at seventh place, garnering $2,109,019 with an average attendance of 13,239 and ticket prices averaging $159.29.
Other artists featuring in the top 20 include Iron Maiden with $1,971,724, Jelly Roll with $1,360,221, and Chayanne with $1,326,710. Stand-up comedian Sebastian Maniscalco and the classical musician André Rieu also made the list, with grosses of $1,098,587 and $1,073,578, respectively.
As the list descends further, we see Creed, Nick Cave & The Bad Seeds, and Little Big Town contributing to the vibrant concert scene. Remarkably, Cyndi Lauper, The World of Hans Zimmer, and others continue to attract sizable audiences, demonstrating the diverse genres and artists that resonate with fans worldwide.
Overall, the Top 20 Global Concert Tours showcases the vibrant landscape of the music industry, highlighting not just the record sales but also the palpable energy and excitement that live performances bring. The information serves to illustrate the relentless dedication of these artists to connect with their audiences, as well as the significance of live music in today's cultural context.
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